1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 810 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Voyager | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
